Recent U.S. tariff moves have created alarm — but the practical effect is more nuanced than headlines suggest. The combined impact of the USMCA (United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement) and exemptions for energy means the vast majority of Canadian exports remain outside the bite of the newest U.S. duties. Independent reporting shows that roughly 90–95% of Canada’sContinueContinue reading “Canadian Strategies to Address US Tariff Uncertainty”
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Trump and Mercantilism: Implications for International Business
Mercantilism, an economic theory prevalent from the 16th to 18th centuries, has seen a resurgence in the 21st century, particularly through U.S. trade policies. Trump’s “America First” strategy seeks to bolster domestic manufacturing and resource control, aligning with classical mercantilist principles. However, these approaches risk isolating the U.S. in a global economy increasingly shifting towards regional trade and diversity. Businesses must adapt by diversifying partnerships, leveraging trade agreements, and enhancing supply chain resilience to mitigate risks and seize new opportunities in a changing landscape.
Are Trade Barriers Good for Business? Part 3 – Innovation in the Tech Sector & the DeepSeek Story
In a world where trade policies are increasingly weaponized, we find ourselves facing yet another example of the unintended consequences of protectionist measures. The emergence of China’s DeepSeek AI model is a compelling case study in what could become a recurring theme in this blog. U.S. restrictions on exporting advanced NVIDIA chips to China wereContinueContinue reading “Are Trade Barriers Good for Business? Part 3 – Innovation in the Tech Sector & the DeepSeek Story”
Are Trade Barriers Good for Business? Part II: Sanctions
Trade barriers and geopolitical tensions shape global trade dynamics. The U.S. dollar’s dominance is waning, prompting countries to develop alternative financial systems, impacting sanctions and necessitating adaptation by businesses.
Business Economic Trade & Recovery (BETR) Program
Region: APAC Country: Canada Program lead for a Crown Corporation tasked with developing a whole-of-government approach to developing sustainable new export markets, sectors and products. This included the development of an integrated suite of products and services offered by the government of Canada to exporters; as well as active support to specific export opportunities.
Trade and Investment Support / Capacity Building (Asia Pacific Region)
Region: APAC Country: Canada As Senior Vice President with an International Consulting firm, I was responsible for the development and initial management of the Canadian Trade and Investment Facility (CTIF), which developed and delivered trade and investment-related policy reforms to public and private sector stakeholders within the region.
PGTS Inc. 